LGBTQ+ Events in Toronto

The ultimate Saturday night in the village: DJ Anthony spinning in the Lower Lounge from 9:30 PM to close, live go-go dancers at 11:00 PM, and back-to-back drag showcases. Early show at 9:30 PM with D'Manda Tension & Jessyca Proseco,...

Sunday nights at The Well mean taking the mic and owning it — a room full of people ready to cheer you on, cheap drinks ($5 rail cocktails and Molson from 2–7pm), and $10 nacho platters to fuel the night....

A weekly drag show that's become a Tuesday night institution at O'Grady's. Rotating performers, a crowd that knows how to have fun, and the kind of energy that makes you actually want to show up midweek. Food, drinks, and entertainment...

Tuesday nights at The Well mean grabbing the mic and belting out your go-to song in front of a room that actually wants to hear it. Karaoke kicks off at 9pm, but if you want to warm up first, there's...

Wednesday nights at The Well belong to the chaos — drag bingo hosted by legendary performers like Sofonda Cox, where the prizes are ridiculous, the energy is electric, and nobody's taking it too seriously. It's the kind of gloriously messy...

Sofonda Cox hosts this weekly lip sync battle where you can compete for a chance to win a hosting spot and bragging rights. The crowd's packed, the energy's high, and the songs are iconic. Plus, $1 wings all night and...

Mae Martin brings their sharp, celebrated stand-up to Buddies for three nights only — July 23 and 24, 2026. Fresh off a sold-out North American tour and known for the Netflix special Sap, the comedy series Feel Good, and the...

Thursday nights at The Well belong to trivia lovers and friendly competitors. Hosted by trivia queen Pam from 7 to 9 PM, expect laughs, solid questions, and actual prizes for the winners. Fuel up with $4 chicken tacos and prove...

Volume 3 of Canada's only OTA Vogue Night is back at Buddies. If you know, you know — this is where Toronto's vogue community gathers to dance, express, and celebrate the art form that built queer nightlife. Expect fierce energy,...

Thursday nights at The Well belong to Carlotta Carlisle and her rotating cast of sharp-witted performers—expect roasting, comedy that lands, and 80s and 90s jams to get you properly in the weekend mood. $4 chicken tacos from the kitchen sweeten...

Two floors of music and drag that actually deliver. DJ Pam spins the Lower Lounge starting at 9:30 PM with live Go-Go dancers at 11:00 PM, while Sofonda and rotating guest performers take the main stages for back-to-back shows at...

The ultimate Saturday night in the village — DJ Anthony spinning the Lower Lounge from 9:30 PM to close, live go-go dancers at 11:00 PM, and a stacked lineup of drag. Early drag show at 9:30 PM with D'Manda Tension...

Sunday nights at The Well mean stepping up to the mic and owning the room. Whether you're belting out your anthem or cheering on friends, it's the kind of low-pressure, high-fun vibe that keeps people coming back. Cheap drinks from...

Tuesday nights at The Well mean grabbing the mic and belting out your go-to song in front of a crowd that actually wants to hear it. Karaoke starts at 9pm, but swing by early for $5 rail drinks and Molson...

Wednesday nights at The Well belong to performers ready to battle it out on the open stage. Hosted by the legendary Sofonda Cox, contestants compete in lip sync showdowns for the chance to win a hosting spot with her. It's...

Thursday nights at The Well belong to trivia fans who show up to test their knowledge against Pam, the trivia queen herself, from 7 to 9 PM. Expect laughs, friendly competition, and actual prizes for the winners—plus $4 chicken tacos...

Thursday nights belong to Carlotta Carlisle and her rotating cast of comedians—razor-sharp roasts, 80s and 90s jams, and the kind of laughs that'll carry you into the weekend. Grab $4 chicken tacos from the kitchen and settle in for two...

Two floors of music and drag every Friday night at The Well. DJ Pam spins the Lower Lounge starting at 9:30 PM with live Go-Go dancers at 11:00 PM, while Sofonda and rotating guest performers take the main stages for...

Caribbean vibes straight to the village — OhBumbaRassClot's afterparty brings the heat to Buddies with music, energy, and a crowd that knows how to move. Ten PM start, doors open late, tickets from $5 in advance.

Sunday mornings on Church Street just got a serious upgrade. High-energy drag performances from Skyy Knox, Anthony Nova, and Tucker, plus food, drinks, and a free mimosa with your $20 ticket. Doors open at noon, showtime at 12:45 PM —...

An intimate evening hosted by local musician Andrew Starr in support of PWA — the kind of fundraiser that actually feels like a gathering of people who care. $20 gets you in the door, and you'll spend the evening with...